1973 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, both 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB and 1973 Avanti Avanti were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 154 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ferrari | Avanti |
Model | 365 GTB | Avanti |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |